Mitchell Thompson, a personal trainer shares his transformative journey managing Crohn’s disease through a carnivore diet. Initially diagnosed in November with debilitating symptoms, Thompson experienced significant weight loss and was prescribed a conventional high-fiber, plant-heavy diet by his doctors. However, this approach worsened his condition, leading him to explore alternatives. Influenced by figures like Dr. Chaffee and other proponents of meat-based diets, he adopted a strict regimen of ground beef, salt, and water, which brought him symptom relief within a week and remission within a few months.
Thompson recounts how his early attempts at dietary interventions, such as following “The Maker’s Diet,” exacerbated his symptoms due to its reliance on greens and fiber. Transitioning to the “Chaffee Protocol” of a purely carnivore diet, he eliminated all plant-based foods, focusing solely on high-fat beef. This approach drastically alleviated his Crohn’s symptoms, particularly severe intestinal cramping, and allowed him to regain his health and original body weight. Thompson notes that strict adherence to this diet was crucial for his recovery.
A key highlight of the discussion is Thompson’s experience with the medical community, where GI specialists dismissed the role of diet in managing Crohn’s disease, emphasizing medication as the sole solution. He documented these interactions in a documentary to expose the disconnect between traditional medical advice and emerging evidence supporting dietary interventions. The documentary also captures his personal health transformation and critiques the entrenched practices in conventional medicine.
Dr. Chaffee and Thompson discuss the broader implications of dietary approaches for inflammatory conditions like Crohn’s and other autoimmune diseases. They highlight the limitations of current medical training, which often overlooks the impact of diet on health. Both emphasize the importance of self-education and patient empowerment, noting that the strict elimination of carbohydrates and fiber can significantly improve health outcomes in conditions like Crohn’s.
Thompson shares his documentary, How Keto Cured My Crohn’s, as a testament to the effectiveness of carnivore and ketogenic diets in addressing chronic inflammatory diseases. He expresses gratitude for the insights and guidance of figures like Dr. Chaffee, attributing his recovery to their work in challenging traditional medical paradigms. The episode concludes with a call for greater awareness and adoption of dietary strategies as powerful tools for managing chronic illnesses.